Mike Swick (15-4 MMA, 10-3 UFC) proved the wait was worth it, and in his first fight in nearly 30 months, he returned to the cage and topped fellow welterweight DaMarques Johnson (16-11 MMA, 4-5 UFC) in a thrilling performance.

Full fight video highlights are now available of the bout.

UFC on FOX 4 took place at Los Angeles’ Staples Center, and Swick vs. Johnson was part of the FOX-televised main card following prelims on FUEL TV.

Swick, who had been sidelined by injuries and ailments over the past few years, showed the streaks of brilliance that made him a top contender soon after his time on “The Ultimate Fighter 1.” After taking punches in the first round and nearly being choked out, he scored a takedown and ended the bout with the fight-ending punch moments later.